Nashville, Tennessee – The final, crucial step before stepping into the octagon has been completed. Fighters scheduled to compete at UFC on ESPN 70 in Nashville successfully underwent the mandatory weigh-in procedure, setting the stage for a full night of mixed martial arts action on the night of July 13th.
The weigh-in is a critical hurdle, ensuring athletes meet the required weight limits for their respective divisions, a process that underscores discipline and physical readiness. With the scales cleared, the focus now shifts entirely to performance inside the cage.
Headlining the event is a heavyweight clash featuring one of the division`s most prolific knockout artists. Derrick Lewis hit the mark at 118.38 kg, ready to face Talison Teixeira, who weighed in slightly lighter at 117.48 kg. The heavyweight division, always promising seismic impacts, sees its participants confirmed and ready to deliver.
In what is expected to be a thrilling encounter, veteran striker Stephen Thompson officially weighed in at 77.33 kg, while his opponent, the promising Gabriel Bonfim, registered 77.56 kg. This welterweight contest pits technical precision against aggressive potential, promising a captivating dynamic.
The card also features intriguing matchups further down the line. Kelvin Cattar and Steve Garcia both came in precisely at the featherweight limit, weighing in at 66.22 kg each. Similarly, Nate Landwehr and Morgan Charrier, also competing in the featherweight division, mirrored this precision, both hitting the scales at 66.22 kg.
Other notable fighters successfully completing their weigh-ins include:
Vitor Petrino (112.94 kg) vs. Austin Lane (111.13 kg)
Junior Tafa (93.44 kg) vs. Tuco Tokkos (93.44 kg)
Max Griffin (77.22 kg) vs. Kris Curtis (77.33 kg)
Jake Matthews (77.33 kg) vs. Chidi Njokuani (77.79 kg)
Lauren Murphy (57.15 kg) vs. Eduardo Moura (57.15 kg)
Kennedy Nzechukwu (107.95 kg) vs. Walter Walker (110.9 kg)
With all fighters having successfully navigated the weigh-in process, the stage is formally set for UFC on ESPN 70 to proceed as planned in Nashville. The weights are confirmed, the staredowns are complete, and the anticipation for the fights on July 13th is now at its peak. The only thing left is the opening bell.
